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Cranberry Orange Steel Cut Oatmeal

  • Author: Fiona
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Cranberry Orange Steel Cut Oatmeal is a deliciously hearty breakfast that combines nutty oats with tart cranberries and zesty orange for a vibrant start to your day.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup steel cut oats
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 4 cups milk or water
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Rinse steel cut oats under cold water to remove excess starch.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring milk or water to a boil over medium heat.
  3. Stir in the steel cut oats and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes until tender yet chewy.
  4. Add fresh cranberries, orange zest, honey or maple syrup, and cinnamon. Cook on low for an additional five minutes until cranberries soften.
  5. If too thick, add more milk or water to reach desired consistency.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra cranberries or a drizzle of honey if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: For added texture, try topping with chopped nuts or seeds. Substitute cranberries with dried cherries or raisins for a different twist. This dish can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for quick breakfasts.